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Rumor: Big Al to Memphis

Wolves burning up the phones - TrueHoop Blog - ESPN

However, the most consistent thing I'm hearing is that the team appears to be determined to move Al Jefferson. According to sources they've offered him to Detroit for Tayshaun Prince this week and have also contacted the Pacers about their interest in Jefferson for Troy Murphy's expiring contract. However, the latest thing I'm hearing out of Minnesota may have the most legs. Sources have told me that the Wolves and Grizzlies have been discussing a swap that would send Jefferson to the Grizzlies for Zach Randolph. The deal would allow the Wolves to save a lot of money over time. Randolph has one year, $17.6 million left on his contract. Jefferson has three years, $42 million left.

Wow.  So basically a salary dump for the guy that you traded Kevin Garnett for.  Good luck with that.

Update: This trade apparently is "dead in the water"

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